Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/R120e-1M EXP291 User’s Guide Model Number: N8100-2073F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.102.01-101.01 July 2013, First Edition © NEC Corporation 2013...
Page 2: Documents Provided With This Product
Chapter 2: Convenient Features Useful features and the detail of system BIOS settings, RAID Configuration Utility, and EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 3: Appendix Error messages and Windows Event Logs Other documents Provides the detail of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and the other features. Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Documents Provided with This Product ......................... 2 Contents ................................3 Notations Used in This Document ......................... 5 Notations used in the text..........................5 Optical disk drives ............................5 Hard disk drives ............................5 Removable media ............................5 Abbreviations of Operating Systems (Windows) ................... 5 Trademarks ................................
Page 4: Contents
Contents 4.7.5 Optical Disk Drive Access LED .................... 5 4.7.6 UID LED (ID)........................5 4.7.7 LED on a hard disk drive ..................... 5 4.7.8 LEDs for LAN connectors ....................5 4.7.9 AC POWER LED on Power Unit..................5 Chapter 2 Preparations ............................. 46 Installing Internal Optional Devices ......................
Page 5 Contents 1.20 Installing Front Bezel ........................110 Installation and Connection ........................111 Installation............................111 2.1.1 Installing Rack ......................... 111 2.1.2 Installing the server to the rack or removing it from the rack ........... 113 Connection............................. 118 2.2.1 Connecting to Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)............120 Chapter 3 Setup..............................
Page 6: Notations Used In This Document
Notations Used in This Document Notations Used in This Document Notations used in the text In addition to safety-related symbols urging caution, 3 other types of notations are used in this document. These notations have the following meanings. Important Indicates critical items that must be followed when handling the server or operating software. If the procedures described are not followed, server failure, data loss, and other serious malfunctions could occur.
Page 7: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems (Windows)
Notations Used in This Document Abbreviations of Operating Systems (Windows) Windows Operating Systems are referred to as follows. Refer to Chapter 1 (1.2 Supported Windows OS) in Installation Guide (Windows) for detailed information. Notations in this document Official names of Windows Widnows Server 2012 Standard Windows Server 2012 Widnows Server 2012 Datacenter...
Page 8: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows Vista, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel, Pentium, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation of the United States.
Page 9: License Agreement Notice
License Agreement Notice License Agreement Notice Open source software of following license is included in the part of this product (system BIOS). EDK FROM TIANOCORE.ORG BSD License from Intel Copyright (c) 2004, Intel Corporation All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: ・...
Page 10: Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 11 Regulatory Notices KC Statement Keep in mind the KC Class A Statement when you use the product. 기 종 별 사 용 자 안 내 문 A 급 기기 이 기기는 업무용(A 급)으로 전자파적합등록을 한 기기이오니 (업무용 방송통신기기) 판매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라며, 가정외의 지역에서...
Page 12 Regulatory Notices Декларація про Відповідність Ukrainian Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні (затвердженого Постановою №1057 Кабінету Міністрів України) Виріб відповідає вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні (ТР ОВНР). Вміст...
Page 13: Warnings And Additions To This Document
The contents of this document may change without prior notice. Do not make copies or alter the document content without permission from NEC Corporation. Every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this document. However, if you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions, please contact your retailer.
Page 14: Precautions For Use (Be Sure To Read)
Names and Functions of Parts in this document. Safety precautions Follow the instructions in this document for the safe use of NEC Express server. This User’s Guide describes hazardous parts of the server, possible hazards, and how to avoid them. Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them (or, in some cases, by printing the warnings on the server).
Page 15: Symbols Used In This Document And On Warning Labels
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) (A label example used in this User’s Guide) Symbol to draw Description of a warning Term indicating a degree of danger attention WARNING Use only the specified outlet Use a grounded outlet with the specified voltage. Use of an improper power source may cause a fire or a power leak.
Page 16: Safety Notes
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Safety notes This section provides notes on using the server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the server. For symbols, refer to Safety precautions. General WARNING Do not use the server for services where human life may be at stake or high reliability is required. This server is not intended for use in medical, nuclear, aerospace, mass transit or other applications where human life may be at stake or high reliability is required, nor is it intended for use in controlling such applications.
Page 17: Rack Installation
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Rack installation CAUTION Do not attempt to carry or install the server alone More than two people are required to carry or install the rack. Otherwise, the rack may fall, resulting in personal injury or damage to peripheral devices. In particular, tall racks such as a 44U rack become unstable unless steadied with a stabilizer.
Page 18: Power Supply And Power Cord Use
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Power supply and power cord use WARNING Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand. Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock.
Page 19: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) CAUTION Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage. The power cord that comes with your server is designed aiming to connect with this server and to use with the server, and its safety has been tested.
Page 20: Cleaning And Working With Internal Devices
Use only the specified interface cable. Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
Page 21: During Operation
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) CAUTION High temperature Components including internal hard disk drives in the server are extremely hot just after the server is turned off. Allow the surface to cool before installing/removing. Secure cables or cards in place Be sure to secure the power cord, interface cables, and cards in place.
Page 22: Warning Labels
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Warning labels Warning label are attached on or near the components with potential hazards (This label is either attached or printed on the component.) to draw attention from users to potential hazards involved in handling the server. (Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean).
Page 23: Handling Precautions (For Proper Operations)
Tape media: Approximately 1 day • For optional devices, we recommend you use our NEC products. Even if they are successfully installed or connected, installation of unsupported devices can cause the server to malfunction or even failure. You will be charged to repair failure or damage caused by use of such products even within warranty period.
Page 24 Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Tips for your health and safety Using a computer extensively may affect different parts of your body. Here are tips you should follow while working on a computer to minimize strain on your body. Keep proper posture The basic body position for using a computer is sitting straight with your hands on the keyboard parallel with the floor, and your eyes...
Page 25: Chapter 1 General Description
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120e-1M General Description This chapter introduces the features of this server and the name of each part. 1. Introduction 2. Accessories Verify the condition of your server's accessories. 3. Standard Features This section describes the server’s features and the server management.
Page 26: Introduction
This high performance server is powered by the latest microprocessor "Intel Xeon processor. NEC’s latest technology and architectures realize high-power and high-speed operation that cannot be matched by existing servers. The server is designed with consideration of not only reliability but also expandability, which enables you to use it as a network server.
Page 27: Accessories
Chapter 1 General Description 2. Accessories Accessories The carton box contains various accessories which are required for setup or maintenance. Make sure you have them all for future use. • Front Bezel • Bezel Lock Key (attached to Front Bezel) •...
Page 28: Features
Chapter 1 General Description 3. Features Features The server has the following features: High performance • ® ® Intel Xeon processor – N8101-675F: E5-2609 v2(2.50GHz 4 Core) – N8101-676F: E5-2620 v2(2.10GHz 6 Core) – N8101-677F: E5-2630 v2(2.60GHz 6 Core) – N8101-678F: E5-2630L v2(2.40GHz 6 Core) –...
Page 29 Chapter 1 General Description 3. Features Management Utilities • NEC ESMPRO • ExpressUpdate • Remote controlling feature (EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3) • RAID System management utility (Universal RAID Utility) • Hard disk drive monitoring • Power supply monitoring Power saving and noiseless design •...
Page 30 Chapter 1 General Description 3. Features Self-diagnosis • Power On Self-Test (POST) • Test and Diagnosis (T&D) utility Easy setup • EXPRESSBUILDER (setup utility) • BIOS Setup utility (SETUP) Maintenance features • Off-line Tools • Memory dump feature using DUMP Switch •...
Page 31: Management Features
The hardware components of the server provide operation control/reliability features as shown below. Additionally, NEC ESMPRO Agent, which is provided in EXPRESSBUILDER, enables you to collectively manage the state of your systems. You can also monitor the server states from a PC to manage the network where NEC ESMPRO Manager provided in EXPRESSBUILDER is installed.
Page 32: Firmware And Software Version Management
3. Features Firmware and Software Version Management Use of NEC ESMPRO Manager and ExpressUpdate Agent allows you to manage versions of firmware and software as well as update them by applying update packages. This feature automatically updates modules without stopping the system just by specifying the updating packages from NEC ESMPRO Manager.
Page 33: Names And Functions Of Parts
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Names and Functions of Parts This section describes the names of the server parts. Front View (With Front Bezel) (3)-1 (3)-3 (3)-2 (3)-4 (1) Front Bezel (5) STATUS LED The cover to protect the front of the server. This cover can This LED indicates the server status.
Page 34: Front View (Without Front Bezel)
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Front View (Without Front Bezel) See (3) to (5) on previous page. (8) Hard disk drive bay (16) POWER Switch/LED The bay where HDD are installed. The sequential numbers The switch to turn the server on and off. Press once to turn indicate the corresponding slot numbers.
Page 35: Rear View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Rear View (1) Power unit (Power supply slot 1) (11) SPEED LED The power unit supplies DC power to the server. The LED indicates the transfer speed of LAN ports. (See page 5.) (2) AC Inlet This socket is used to connect the power cord.
Page 36: External View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts External View (1) Top Cover (2) Release Button. Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 37: Internal View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Internal View (3)-1 (3)-2 (3)-3 (3)-4 (3)-5 (3)-6 (3)-7 (3)-8 (11) (10) Front Panel Board (5) DIMM (optional) Backplane (6) Support bar Cooling Fan (7) Motherboard -1 FAN1F/R (8) PCI Riser Card -2 FAN2F/R (9) Slot dedicated to RAID Controller -3 FAN3F/R...
Page 38 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Motherboard (11) (12) (8)-2 (10) (13) (14) (15) (14) (16) (17) (1)-1 (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (1)-2 (8)-1 (27) (26) (25) (5) (13) Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 39 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Processor (CPU) socket (16) Connector for option COM -1: Processor #1 (CPU #1) Connect an additional RS-232C connector kit N8117-01A -2: Processor #2 (CPU #2) to use this port as a serial port. DIMM socket (17) SPI Flash Mezzanine connector EXPRESSSCOPE Profile Key (SPI flash memory) has...
Page 40: Status Indicators
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the server LEDs. 4.7.1 POWER LED ( POWER LED indicates power ON/OFF status of the server. The following table lists POWER LED patterns. POWER LED pattern Description On (green)
Page 41: Status Led
While hardware is operating normally, STATUS LED lights green. STATUS LED is off or lights/flashes amber if there is a hardware failure. The following table lists STATUS LED patterns. Tips Once you have installed NEC ESMPRO, you can reference error logs to check the causes of failures. STATUS LED Description...
Page 42: Optical Disk Drive Access Led
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.7.3 LINK/ACT LED ( 1, LINK/ACT LED on front panel indicates the status of LAN port. LEDs 3 and 4 turns on, off, or flashes when an optional LAN riser card is installed. The following table lists LINK/ACT LED patterns.
Page 43: Led On A Hard Disk Drive
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.7.7 LED on a hard disk drive Each HDD is equipped with DISK LED. DISK LED The following table lists DISK LED patterns. DISK LED pattern Description Solution On (green) Hard disk drive is being accessed.
Page 44: Leds For Lan Connectors
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.7.8 LEDs for LAN connectors Three LAN connectors provided at the rear of the server have two LEDs each. LINK/ACT SPEED LINK/ACT SPEED LINK/ACT SPEED LAN connector Management LAN for data connector transmission •...
Page 45: Ac Power Led On Power Unit
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.7.9 AC POWER LED on Power Unit The power unit is equipped with AC POWER LED. AC POWER LED Standard power unit The following table lists LINK/ACT LED patterns. AC POWER LED pattern Description Solution On (green)
Page 46: Chapter 2 Preparations
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120e-1M Preparations This chapter describes preparations for using this server. 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Location and Connection Place the server in a suitable location and connect some cables following this section.
Page 47: Installing Internal Optional Devices
Important Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to repair damages, malfunctions, and failures caused by the use of any devices or cables not specified for use with this server even within the warranty period.
Page 48: Anti-Static Measures
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Anti-static Measures The server contains electronic components sensitive to static electricity. Avoid failures caused by static electricity when installing or removing any optional devices. This product contains static-sensitive electronic components. Follow this measures below to avoid a failure caused by static electricity when installing or uninstalling any optional device.
Page 49: Overview Of Installation And Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Overview of Installation and Removal Install/remove components by using the following procedure. Installing/removing internal components except for hard disk drives should be done after dismounting the server from the rack. It is recommended that more than one person removes the server from the rack. CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely.
Page 50 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Attach Top Cover. See Chapter 2 (1.17 Installing Top Cover). Mount the server onto the rack. See Chapter 2 (2.1.2 (1) Installation). 10. Install hard disk drives See Chapter 2 (1.18 Hard Disk Drive). 11.
Page 51: Confirming Servers (Uid Switch)
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Confirming Servers (UID Switch) Using UID (Unit ID) Switch helps you to identify the target server. When the server is working, before you turn the server off or disconnect a cable from the server, be sure to identify the target server by using UID Switch first.
Page 52: Removing Front Bezel
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing Front Bezel To remove Front Bezel, follow the steps below. Insert the attached Bezel Lock Key into the key slot and turn the key to the front bezel side while pressing it lightly to release the lock. Unlocked Locked Unlocked...
Page 53: Removing Top Cover
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing Top Cover You need to remove top cover when installing or removing the following component: Optical disk drive, LAN riser card, DIMM, Processor, TPM module, Internal Flash Memory, Additional HDD cage, PCI card, RAID Controller, Battery for RAID Controller...
Page 54: Internal Flash Memory
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Internal Flash Memory This section describes the procedure for installing Internal Flash Memory (optional). Internal Flash Memory connector 1.7.1 Installation Install Internal Flash Memory in the following procedure. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Attach Internal Flash Memory and fix it with the screw provided with Internal Flash Memory.
Page 55: Tpm Kit
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices TPM Kit This section describes the procedure for installing optional TPM Kit. Connector for TPM Kit 1.8.1 Installation Install TPM Kit in the following procedure. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Install TPM Kit and secure it by pushing the nylon rivet provided with TPM Kit.
Page 56: Processor
Important details, see Chapter 2 (1.2 Anti-static Measures). • Make sure to use the processor authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party processor may cause a failure of the processor as well as the motherboard. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a processor will be charged.
Page 57: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.9.2 Installation Follow steps below to install the processor. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Locate the CPU socket to which you are going to install a processor. Remove the screws that secure the dummy cover, and remove it.
Page 58 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices →" once to unlatch it from the hook, then slowly Push down the socket lever marked with " open the lever until it stops. Push down the socket lever marked with "← "...
Page 59 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Lightly push the processor to the CPU socket, and close the plate. 10. Close the socket lever marked with "← " to fix it. →" to fix it. 11. Close the socket lever marked with " 12.
Page 60 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 13. Make sure that the heat sink is installed on a level with the motherboard. REAR FRONT • If the heat sink is not level, remove it, and then install it again. Note The following probably causes the heat sink not to be level: –...
Page 61: Replacement / Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 16. Pass the cable below the cage, and set the additional fan unit. 17. Connect fan cable securely to HDDBP connector. 18. When the additional fan unit is installed, secure the battery tray for RAID Controller with a single screw you have removed in Step 15.
Page 62 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices • Do not remove any processor unless it is failed. Important • To remove the heat sink from the processor, first turn the heat sink to the left and right lightly to make sure that the heat sink can be apart from the processor.
Page 63: Dimm
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10 DIMM Install a DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) to a DIMM socket on the motherboard in the server. The motherboard provides twenty-four sokets to install DIMMs. • You must avoid static electricity to work with the procedure below. For Important details, see Chapter 2 (1.2 Anti-static Measures).
Page 64: Memory Clock
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10.2 Memory Clock The server supports the memory clock speed of DDRL3-1066/1333/1600MHz. However, the actual memory clock speed depends on CPU and memory configuration. (The all of DIMMs operate at the same clock speed.) •...
Page 65 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Clock speed Server model Number of DIMMs Supply Supply number Type of DIMMs (per 1 CPU) voltage voltage (CPU type) 1.35V 1.5V Up to 4 sets N8101-679F 1333 MHz 1600 MHz N8102-534F 8GB DDR3-1600 UNB Memory Kit (8 DIMMs) (E5-2637v2) Up to 4 sets...
Page 66: Memory Ras Feature
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10.3 Memory RAS Feature The server supports the following RAS features. Some restrictions (e.g., DIMM installation location) are imposed on using the Memory Mirroring or Memory LockStep feature. See Chapter 2 (1.10.7 Using Memory RAS Feature) for conditions appropriate to your requirements.
Page 67: Dimm Installation Order
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10.4 DIMM installation order • DIMM installation order in 1-CPU configuration differs from that in 2-CPU Note configuration. • If CPU2 is not installed, CPU2_DIMM1 to CPU2_DIMM12 are disabled. • See List of features supported by additiional memory board before using memory RAS feature.
Page 68 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1CPU 2CPU configuration configuration CPU1_DIMM 3 CPU1_DIMM 7 CPU1_DIMM 11 CPU1_DIMM 4 CPU1_DIMM 8 CPU1_DIMM 12 CPU1_DIMM 10 CPU1_DIMM 6 CPU1_DIMM 2 CPU1_DIMM 9 CPU1_DIMM 5 CPU1_DIMM 1 CPU2_DIMM 3 CPU2_DIMM 7 CPU2_DIMM 11 CPU2_DIMM 4 CPU2_DIMM 8...
Page 69: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10.5 Installation Install a DIMM by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Open levers on left and right sides of DIMM slot, and remove the dummy cover.
Page 70: Removal / Replacement
• When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or Note NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM socket where the defective DIMM is installed. • At least one DIMM needs to be installed for the server to operate.
Page 71: Using Memory Ras Feature
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10.7 Using Memory RAS Feature This server has RAS feature including Standard Memory feature (x4 SDDC ECC memory), Memory Mirroring feature, Memory Sparing feature, and Memory Lock Step (x8 SDDC ECC memory) feature. SDDC (Single Device Correction) allows automatic correction of memory error (multi-bit error).
Page 72 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory Mirroring Feature Memory Mirroring feature writes the same data into two groups of DIMMs (mirror set) corresponding with each other between memory channels (channels 0 and 1 or channel 2 and 3) to provide data redundancy. •...
Page 73 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory Mirroring feature can be used under the following conditions: • Install DIMMs in two DIMM sockets configuring a mirror set. • All the installed DIMMs should have the same capacity. • See Chapter 2 (1.
Page 74 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory Lock Step Feature (x8 SDDC) In Memory Lock Step feature, the DIMMs in two groups corresponding to two memory channels (channels 0 and 1, or channels 2 and 3) is multiplexed and operated in parallel to enable x8 SDDC (x8 Single Device Data Correction).
Page 75 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory Lock Step feature can be used under the following conditions: • Install DIMMs that operate in parallel in DIMM socket. • All the installed DIMMs should have the same capacity. • See Chapter 2 (1.
Page 76 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory Sparing Feature Memory Sparing feature puts a memory channel 2 of a memory controller in each CPU into standby status as spare devices. If a correctable error occurs in a DIMM in the running memory controller, the feature automatically changes the running DIMM from the failed one to a DIMM in the standby state to continue the processing.
Page 77 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Memory controller Standby Running Spare set Spare set Spare set Spare set Memory controller Standby Running Spare set Spare set Spare set Spare set Memory Sparing feature can be used under the following conditions: •...
Page 78 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1CPU 構成 2CPU 構成 1CPU 2CPU 搭載順序搭載順序 configuration configuration CPU1_DIMM 3 CPU1_DIMM 7 CPU1_DIMM 11 CPU1_DIMM 4 CPU1_DIMM 8 CPU1_DIMM 12 CPU1_DIMM 10 CPU1_DIMM 6 CPU1_DIMM 2 CPU1_DIMM 9 CPU1_DIMM 5 CPU1_DIMM 1 CPU2_DIMM 3 CPU2_DIMM 7...
Page 79: Extra Battery / Flash Backup Unit For Raid Controller
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11 Extra Battery / Flash Backup Unit for RAID Controller If a RAID Controller (N8103-161/168/172/173/174) is installed, use the extra battery or flash backup unit (FBU) to avoid data loss caused by accidents including temporary blackout during a Write Back operation. The model of the extra battery and flash backup unit to be used depends on RAID Controller.
Page 80 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove a single screw and remove battery tray for RAID Controller. Connect a cable that comes with extra battery to the extra battery. When connecting the cable, pay attention to the shape of connector, and align the connector on extra battery with black marking on battery control cable.
Page 81: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 10. Remove the two screws from server chassis, and remove the RAID Controller bracket. 11. Install the RAID Controller bracket to RAID Controller using two screws you have removed in Step 8. 12.
Page 82 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove the two screws, then remove the PCI riser card. Remove the support bar. Remove one screw, then remove the battery tray for RAID Controller. Put the FBU, provided as the standard accessory of RAID Controller, on the battery tray.
Page 83: Removing Fbu
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connect the FBU control cable (600 mm in length) and Mini SAS cable to RAID Controller. Align the black marking on connector of FBU control cable with that on connector of RAID Controller. Remove one screw from the blank cover on the PCI riser card (removed in Step 2) on which you are going to mount the RAID...
Page 84: Lan Riser Card
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.12 LAN Riser Card The server supports LAN Riser Card that allows a LAN port to be added. Install LAN Riser Card to the LAN Riser Card slot on motherboard. The motherboard has one slot to install LAN Riser Card.
Page 85: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove two screws from the motherboard. Screws Align the pin terminals of LAN Riser Card with the LAN Riser Card slot, and insert the card securely. Secure the bracket of LAN Riser Card with two screws you have removed in step 5. Install the port cover provided with LAN Riser Card.
Page 86: Pci Card
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13 PCI Card This server provides a riser card for PCI card and a slot for RAID controller. The riser card can connect one Full Height PCI card, one Low Profile PCI card and one RAID controller (total three PCI card can be mounted).
Page 87: Supported Boards And Available Slots
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13.2 Supported boards and available slots The following tables list supported boards and slots available for them. For details of the features of each board, see the manual supplied with it. • Different boards mounted on the same bus operate at the lower frequency. Tips •...
Page 88 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 Slot number PCI slot x8 lane x16 lane x8 lane performance*1 Transfer bandwidth 8Gb/s (per lane) *1 Model Product Dedicated Dedicated Remarks name name Slot size to RAID Full height...
Page 89 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 PCIe 3.0 Slot number PCI slot x8 lane x16 lane x8 lane performance*1 Transfer bandwidth 8Gb/s (per lane) *1 Model Product Dedicated Dedicated Remarks name name Slot size to RAID Full height...
Page 90: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13.3 Installation Install a riser card to a PCI card in the following procedure. Important When installing a PCI card, make sure the connector of the board fits the connector of the riser card. •...
Page 91: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Fix the PCI card with the screw you removed at step 4. PCIe#2 ロープロファイル側 PCIe#1 ロープロファイル側 PCIe #1C Low Profile side PCIe #1B Full Height side Tips To connect a PCI card to the connector on motherboard with cable, connect a cable to PCI card before installing PCI riser card.
Page 92: Installing Raid Controller
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13.5 Installing RAID Controller This section describes how to install an optional RAID Controller to the slot dedicated to RAID Controller. When using the optional RAID controller (N8103-172/173/174) For details, see the manual that comes with optional RAID Controller (N8103-172/173/174). •...
Page 93 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Secure the RAID Controller bracket with two screws you have removed in Step 5. Disconnect SAS/SATA cable from SATA connector on motherboard. 9-1. When four or less hard disk drives are installed: Connect SAS/SATA cable removed in Step 9 to connector (Ports 0-3) on RAID Controller.
Page 94: Additional Hdd Cage
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.14 Additional HDD Cage This server can have additional HDD cage for installing additional hard disk drives. The additional HDD cage is installed on front side of the server, and is used exclusively with the optical disk drive. 1.14.1 Installation Follow steps below to install an additional HDD cage.
Page 95: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install the additional HDD cage to the chassis, and secure it with screws. 1.14.2 Removal To remove additional HDD cage, reverse the installation procedure. • Before removing additional HDD cage, be sure to remove hard disk drives Important installed in that cage.
Page 96: Optical Disk Drive
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.15 Optical Disk Drive This section describes the procedure for installing the optional optical disk drive. Important Do not install any unsupported optical disk drive. Optical disk drive bay 1.15.1 Installation Install an optical disk drive in the following procedure. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
Page 97 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install the optical disk drive to the tray. Screw holes Hooks Secure the bracket to optical disk drive with a screw you have removed in Step 3. Screw Insert the optical disk drive and secure the drive tray with two screws you have removed in Step 2.
Page 98: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16 Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives in the RAID System. Important If you use hard disk drives in the RAID System or change the RAID level, initialize the hard disk drives.
Page 99: Connecting Cables
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16.1 Connecting cables See the figures below for how to connect cables. If using optional RAID Controller (1 to 6 hard disk drives) SATA0 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 Ports 0-3 Ports 4-7 SATA7 SATA6 SATA5 SATA4 Optional RAID Controller Hard Disk Drive Backplane...
Page 100: Notes On Building Raid System
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16.2 Notes on Building RAID System Note the following points when setting up a RAID System. • The number of hard disk drives required varies in each RAID level. • If the optional RAID Controller is used, the RAID System cannot be built in RAID5/RAID6/RAID50/RAID60.
Page 101: Installing Top Cover
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.17 Installing Top Cover When all internal optional devices are installed, close the server with Top Cover. Put Top Cover straight on the server chassis so that it can be surely engaged with the chassis frame. Slide Top Cover toward the front of the server.
Page 102: Hard Disk Drive
A hard disk drive mounted in a dedicated drive tray can be purchased. Install the hard disk drive on the server with it mounted in the drive tray. Important Use hard disk drives specified by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk drive might cause a failure of the server and it. Note the following precautions to install hard disk drives.
Page 103: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.18.1 Installation Install a hard disk drive by using the following procedure. Note In the RAID System, use hard disk drives that have the same specifications (capacity, rotational speed, and standard) for each Disk Array. See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
Page 104: Removal
“Maintenance Guide” to erase data. Important NEC assumes no liability for data leakage should the product be transferred to a third party without erasing the data. • If you remove a hard disk drive due to a failure, check the slot with its DISK LED Note lit in amber.
Page 105: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive In The Raid System (Auto Rebuild)
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.18.3 Replacing a hard disk drive in the RAID System (Auto Rebuild) In the RAID System, you can use the auto rebuild feature to restore data back to the state before a failure occurred.
Page 106: Power Supply Unit
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.19 Power Supply Unit This server can contain two power supply units. The server provides a redundant power configuration that ensures continued operation of the system in the unlikely event one of the power supply units fails. Select a suitable power supply unit according to System Configuration Guide.
Page 107: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.19.2 Installation Follow steps below to install a power supply unit: See steps 1 to 4 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the blank cover. Slot for standard REAR Slot for additional power supply unit...
Page 108 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices AC POWER LED blinks green when the power cord is connected to a power supply unit and the other power supply unit’s AC POWER LED goes on amber. When the power cord is connected to it, AC POWER LEDs on both power supply units blink green. AC POWER LED Standard Additional...
Page 109: Replacing A Failing Power Supply Unit
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.19.3 Replacing a failing power supply unit Replace only when the power supply unit fails. To remove power supply unit, reverse the installation procedure. CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage.
Page 110: Installing Front Bezel
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.20 Installing Front Bezel When installing Front Bezel, engage catch of front bezel with that on rails. After installing Front Bezel, lock it with Bezel Lock Key. Note Be careful not to press POWER Switch. Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 111: Installation And Connection
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Installation and Connection This section describes how to install the server and connect cables. Installation This server must be mounted to a rack which conforms to EIA standards for use. 2.1.1 Installing Rack Refer to the manual that comes with your rack for how to install the rack, or consult with your sales representative.
Page 112 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Do not install the rack or server under the following environment. Doing so may cause malfunction of the server. • Narrow space from which devices cannot be pulled out from the rack completely •...
Page 113: Installing The Server To The Rack Or Removing It From The Rack
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.1.2 Installing the server to the rack or removing it from the rack Mount the server to the rack. (This section also describes the removal procedure.) WARNING Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safety. Failure to observe the precautions may cause death or serious injury.
Page 114 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Preparation • Checking rails • Installing inner and outer rails Checking rails Make sure the orientation of inner and outer rails by viewing labels on each rail. Inner rail Label Outer rail Installing inner rails Mount an inner rail marked as "R"...
Page 115 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Installing/Removing the Server CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage. For details, refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use. •...
Page 116 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection When the server is pushed into the rack and is locked, push the server to the end while pulling the release levers (blue) on both sides of the server. Release lever Push the server until its lock on front panel clicks.
Page 117 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Because there are stoppers, the server will come to a stop halfway. Press and hold Rail Stopper on the rails and pull the server out of the rack. Rail Stopper レールストッパー Important Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the rails or lever. Hold the server firmly and remove it from the rack.
Page 118: Connection
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Connection Connect peripheral devices to the server. Connectors that allow a variety of peripheral devices to be connected are provided at the front and rear of the server. Images on the following pages show the peripheral devices that can be connected in their standard state and their respective connector positions.
Page 119 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Display unit *2 USB device FRONT 前面 Display unit *2 Finally, connect the provided power cord to an outlet. *1 Hub, switching hub, etc. For connecting with UPS, refer to the next section. Management Ports for data LAN port...
Page 120: Connecting To Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Note the following precautions to connect cables. • When the device is not Plug and Play device, turn off the server and devices to be connected before connecting. • If connecting any peripheral device and its interface cable made by other companies (a third party), contact your sales representative to check if they can be used with the server beforehand.
Page 121: Chapter 3 Setup
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120e-1M Setup This chapter describes how to set up the server. 1. Turning on the Server POST (Power-On Self-Test) is explained in this section. 2. BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) You can customize the BIOS settings by following the instructions in this section.
Page 122: Turning On The Server
Chapter 3 Setup 1. Turning on the Server Turning on the Server Pressing POWER Switch at the front of the server turns on the server. Turn on the server by using the following procedure. • Do not power on the server before amber POWER LED is unlit. Tips •...
Page 123: Post
Chapter 3 Setup 1. Turning on the Server POST POST (Power-On Self-Test) is a self-diagnostic program stored in the server as standard. POST automatically runs immediately after the server is turned on and checks the motherboard, memory, and processor (CPU). POST also displays the start-up messages of different utilities during the operation. Usually, you do not need to check the contents of POST.
Page 124: Post Error Messages
Chapter 3 Setup 1. Turning on the Server By pressing the designated function key following messages, you can call the functions below upon completion of POST. <F2> key: Run BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP). For information on the SETUP, see Chapter 2 (1. Details of System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide".
Page 125: Bios Setup Utility (Setup)
Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network If you press <F2> key at this time, SETUP runs and displays Main menu upon completion of POST. (You can also press <F2> key while NEC logo appears to display Main menu.) Tips If password is set, you will be prompted to enter password at next startup of SETUP.
Page 126: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage
Chapter 3 Setup 2. BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage This section shows display examples and how to control the key. Use the keyboard to work with SETUP. Indicates the currently displayed menu Indicates the menu has submenus.
Page 127 Chapter 3 Setup 2. BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) <F2> key If you press this key, the following window appears. If you select Yes, the previous parameter(s) are restored. Load Previous Values? [Yes] <F3> key If you press this key, the following window appears. If you select Yes, restore the parameters of the currently selected item to the default setting.
Page 128: Cases That Require Configuration
On/Off NumLock on power ON or OFF Boot → Quite Boot → Disabled On/Off the function to display By pressing <Esc> key, prevent NEC logo during POST the display of the logo. Advanced → Memory Configuration → Memory Add or change DIMM After rebooting, Memory Retest Memory Retest →...
Page 129 Chapter 3 Setup 2. BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) Password If you have set a password, a message prompt you to enter password will be displayed from the next time. Enter password [ You can attempt password entry up to 3 times. If you entered a wrong password 3 times, operation stops. (You cannot operate further.) Turn off the power.
Page 130: Expressscope Engine 3
If you press the <F4> key at this time, Offline Tool starts upon completion of POST. You can also press the <F4> key while the NEC logo is being displayed to open the Off-line TOOL MENU screen. The keyboard selection screen appears. Select your keyboard type.
Page 131 Chapter 3 Setup 3. EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 When the Off-line TOOL MENU appears, select BMC Configuration, BMC Configuration, Network, and then Property. Tips If Shared BMC LAN is enabled, Web feature, remote media/KVM feature, or command line interface feature may be interrupted. In this case, wait for a while, and connect with network again.
Page 132: Expressbuilder
To use this feature, select OS (Windows reinstallation) installation in the menu after boot. Bundled software* Stores various bundled software (such as NEC ESMPRO Agent). Maintenance Diagnoses your server system. To use this feature, select Tool menu in the menu after boot.
Page 133: Installing Software Components
Chapter 3 Setup 5. Installing Software Components Installing Software Components Continue to install software components such as OS. See the instructions below. • Installation Guide (Windows) Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 134: Turning Off The Server
Chapter 3 Setup 6. Turning Off the Server Turning Off the Server Turn off the server by using the following procedure. If the power cord of the server is connected to a UPS, refer to the documentation supplied with the UPS or the documentation for the application controlling the UPS. Shut down the OS.
Page 135: Chapter 4 Appendix
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120e-1M Appendix Specifications Interrupt Lines Express5800/R120e-1M User’s Guide...
Page 136: Specifications
10 to 40°C / 20 to 80%, requirements Storage –10～55°C / 20 to 80% (no condensation either when operating or when stored) Temperature/Humidity EXPRESSBUILDER (NEC ESMPRO Manager) (Windows), NEC ESMPRO Agent, User’s Guide (electronic Main accessories document) included), Getting Started, one-touch rack rail － Installed OS...
Page 137 80%, Temperature/Humidity Storage –10～55°C / 20 to 80% (no condensation either when operating or when stored) EXPRESSBUILDER (NEC ESMPRO Manager) (Windows), NEC ESMPRO Agent, User’s Guide (electronic Main accessories document) included), Getting Started, one-touch rack rail － Installed OS...
Page 138: Interrupt Lines
Chapter 4 Appendix 2. Interrupt Lines Interrupt Lines Interrupt lines are assigned as factory settings as shown below. Use this table as a reference when you add optional devices. • Interrupt lines As factory settings, interrupt lines are assigned as follows. Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer...

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NEC Express5800/R120e-1M EXP291 User Manual

Chapter 1 General Description

Introduction

Accessories

Features

Management Features

Firmware and Software Version Management

Names and Functions of Parts

Front View (with Front Bezel)

Front View (Without Front Bezel)

Rear View

External View

Internal View

Motherboard

Status Indicators

Chapter 2 Preparations

Installing Internal Optional Devices

Safety Precautions

Anti-Static Measures

Overview of Installation and Removal

Confirming Servers (UID Switch)

Removing Front Bezel

Removing Top Cover

Internal Flash Memory

TPM Kit

Processor

DIMM

Optical Disk Drive

Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System

Hard Disk Drive

Installing Front Bezel

Installation and Connection

Installation

Connection

Chapter 3 Setup

Turning on the Server

Post

BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP)

Overview

Starting and Exiting SETUP Utility

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Cases that Require Configuration

EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3

Overview

EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 Network Configuration

Expressbuilder

Features of EXPRESSBUILDER

Starting EXPRESSBUILDER

Installing Software Components

Turning off the Server

Chapter 4 Appendix

Specifications

Interrupt Lines

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